O/T: It's beer-related so we're good

From the PD article:

"One of Ohio's best and most innovative beer makers will soon be opening his own brewpub.

Brewer Matt Cole filled the walls of the Rocky River Brewing Co. with banners noting his many awards during his 11 years there. Now he's taking his magic touch to North Olmsted, where his Fat Heads Brewery & Saloon will open in mid-January."

Thoughts?

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Definitely used to work there and know that guy. Cool beans!

by joeee on Jan 7, 2009 4:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Jhon also knows this guy, and he respects his beer. Jhon is a fan. His Xmas ale is better than GLBCs.

by jhon on Jan 8, 2009 9:39 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Nick is interested to try this beer.

by NickFantana on Jan 8, 2009 9:51 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Wow, two brothers that know the same guy? How often does that happen? Erik is not impressed.

-Erik

by drerikbrady on Jan 8, 2009 10:04 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

better than GLBC XMas Ale? I need to try this.

by DaytonDogg on Jan 8, 2009 10:42 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Now, I’m not sure if he’d call it a Xmas Ale, or just a strong ale packaged as such. I haven’t had any of his in about three years, too, so maybe there have been some modifications. But let me just say this: it’s really, really strong, and damned tasty.

His beers have fared well in European competitions. GFP, he also informed me that PBR consistently places high in the American Lager category in these competitions.

by jhon on Jan 8, 2009 10:52 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

lost in all the hipster ironic appreciation for PBR is that I honestly think, for its class of beer, it is top notch

Anti-Ben Fran before it was cool.

by Gradyforpresident on Jan 8, 2009 1:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I agree. I just wish I wasn’t required to listen to hipster music and shave differently just to drink it.

by NickFantana on Jan 8, 2009 4:15 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Hipsters don’t shave.

Steel Nick

by nickjs21 on Jan 8, 2009 4:37 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’ve seen plenty of elaborate beard designs from hipsters. Don’t make me use my goims.

by NickFantana on Jan 8, 2009 5:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

You know what’s a lot better than a PBR? Your sixth or seventh PBR.

by Jay on Jan 8, 2009 7:20 PM EST up reply actions 2 recs

rec…although I’d say your second pitcher

by APV on Jan 8, 2009 7:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Back in the old days, when Pabst was brewed in a real brewery in Milwaukee, it was a pretty good beer. It was a high-volume beer, which meant it was usually fresh.

by odradek on Jan 11, 2009 12:05 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Am I the only person on lgt that doesn’t like beer?

by world dictator on Jan 7, 2009 5:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Flag.

by bogey021 on Jan 7, 2009 5:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

man. now you’re just trying to be a troll.

by Brick. on Jan 7, 2009 5:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I suppose this would be a bad time to mention my affinity for the Yankees and their “commitment to winning”.

by world dictator on Jan 7, 2009 5:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I also am not a beer drinker. Jay and Chuck can verify that.

-Erik

by drerikbrady on Jan 7, 2009 5:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Yes. Erik is an appletinis girl.

by Jay on Jan 7, 2009 6:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

World Bannedtator, amirite?

Steel Nick

by nickjs21 on Jan 7, 2009 6:23 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs

I felt obligated to rec this

by world dictator on Jan 7, 2009 6:27 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

your avatar could be one of those sex and the city martinis

by Brick. on Jan 7, 2009 7:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I like beer but prefer whiskey

by Roger Dorn on Jan 7, 2009 6:37 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

No, I hate it too.

by Voltaire on Jan 7, 2009 10:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

you’re still young

Anti-Ben Fran before it was cool.

by Gradyforpresident on Jan 8, 2009 3:33 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

True. Beer requires an investment of time and brain cells, and it’s well worth it, because you also get drunk.

by Jay on Jan 8, 2009 7:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

this

Anti-Ben Fran before it was cool.

by Gradyforpresident on Jan 9, 2009 3:05 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Try a Blue Moon. It’s a good beginner beer.

by fwembt on Jan 8, 2009 12:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for the tip about the 1995 season on MLBTV tonight. Can’t wait!

by macasson on Jan 7, 2009 5:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Glad I could help.

Steel Nick

by nickjs21 on Jan 7, 2009 6:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’m excited for this place. I read that Cole will be making cask-conditioned ales, and I hope it’s true.

by jds16 on Jan 7, 2009 5:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Sweet lord, that would be something to have in NE Ohio, eh?

by NickFantana on Jan 7, 2009 8:35 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Tracked down my source: Great Lakes Brewing News Dec08/Jan09. “…and will be featuring unfiltered, naturally carbonated, real ales and lagers.” I’m unaware of anyone else doing that around here.

I love unfiltered ales. I wish GLBC would do one. READ THIS CONWAY BROTHERS!!!

by jds16 on Jan 7, 2009 10:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’m currently sipping a Winter Solstice from the Indigo Imp Brewery that just started putting out beers at the beginning on December. Both of their beers are unfiltered and naturally carbonated and the Winter Solstice is quite delicious.

They also have a Bombshell Blonde that I haven’t tried yet (my buddy told me that Winter Solstice was a nice X-Mas Ale alternative, which it is), but I’m on considering making another trip to get another sixer when this one is gone…just not tonight.

I know that Heinen’s carries them and is worth the trip if you like unfiltered ales.

by The DiaTriber on Jan 7, 2009 10:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for the tip. Heinen’s is an excellent place to find good brews.

by jds16 on Jan 7, 2009 11:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Whole Foods is fantastic as well for finding different beers.

In fact, i’m pretty sure beer is the only thing i’ve ever bought there.

You know Selig? Ombudsman.

by rolub on Jan 8, 2009 9:02 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I would just like to take this opportunity to mention once again how asinine Pennsylvania’s liquor laws are. Sigh.

DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.

by zempf on Jan 8, 2009 10:46 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

do they do the thing like maryland where you have to buy beer in a state liquor store?

by Brick. on Jan 8, 2009 10:49 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Even stranger… You have to buy beer in a “beer store”, and wine and liquor in a liquor store. There are some beverage-related lobbies with a lot of influence on the state legislature.

by Logodaedalus on Jan 8, 2009 11:31 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’ve never understood that – it’s not like beer wouldn’t get sold if the state stores went away tomorrow.

It must be tough on the grocery stores and gas stations – I’d have to think alcohol sales would be a big part of the business.

by Ryan on Jan 8, 2009 11:37 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

My understanding is that it’s the tavern owners’ lobby, mostly. If it’s difficult to buy beer, and if you can only buy entire cases even if you do find a state store, then people will pay more to buy beer in a bar. There are even places with a bar in the front, and a store in the back, which are the only places that can sell beer to-go in quantities smaller than a case. It’s pretty screwy.

by Logodaedalus on Jan 8, 2009 11:49 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

But yes, it doesn’t do grocery stores or gas stations any favors. Nor is there really any plausible “morality” cover story, when you force people to buy more alcohol.

by Logodaedalus on Jan 8, 2009 11:51 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

that makes sense. my fiance and her friends think nothing of purchasing an overpriced six-pack from a bar to go if the beer stores are closed. it’s normal to them.

as much as she likes complain about cleveland, our ability to buy beer in a variety of places is one undeniable advantage we have over PA.

You know Selig? Ombudsman.

by rolub on Jan 8, 2009 11:52 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I was in Rhode Island once, staying at a hotel with my wife and in-laws. We (mostly I) wanted some beer so I walked across the street to a gas station to buy some. I couldn’t find any, so I asked the guy at the counter where their beer was. He laughed, then asked me what state I was from. I had no idea there were states where you couldn’t buy beer at a grocery store or gas station. What a stupid law.

The best thing probably is to hit [Grady] 2nd -- Jay

by Buckeye Brad on Jan 9, 2009 8:17 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

it’s never a good feeling when a gas station attendant laughs at you.

by Brick. on Jan 9, 2009 10:14 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I had pretty much the same experience when I first moved to Bethesda, MD. I hated it.

Burn on, big river, burn on...

by Turkmenbashi on Jan 9, 2009 11:50 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Whole Foods is good for beer, though if I find myself on the east side then Warehouse Beverage on Mayfield Rd. is my store of choice.

by jds16 on Jan 8, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Warehouse beverage is absolutely amazing. That was the first place I found Baltika in the states.

Burn on, big river, burn on...

by Turkmenbashi on Jan 9, 2009 11:51 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I got the Winter Solstice today…very nice, indeed.

by jds16 on Jan 17, 2009 12:47 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I’ve never been overly impressed with RRBC’s beers.

I’m not sure if it’s because GLBC has spoiled me, or I just don’t care for them.

Love the cream-cheese filled pretzels, though.

You know Selig? Ombudsman.

by rolub on Jan 7, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

this place came into existence apparently right when my existence in North Olmsted came to an end. I’m intrigued, though. Especially about these cream-cheese filled pretzels…

by APV on Jan 7, 2009 9:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs